“King of fashion for a reason,” Nigerians react to Toyin Lawani's paper bag, chandelier dress

• Toyin Lawani, CEO of Tiannah's Empire, is set to unveil 50 iconic designs as part of La Mode's 100 Most Influential Leading African Women celebration
• Despite facing health challenges, Toyin remains resilient and active in her business endeavours, continually impressing fans with her creations
• Netizens react to Toyin's stunning paper bag ball gown, praising her creativity and innovative design style

Toyin Lawani, the Chief Executive Officer of Tiannah's Place Empire, has commenced the unveiling of her 50 iconic designs as London hosts La Mode's 100 Most Influential Leading African Women on March 8, 2025, in celebration of International Women's Day.

Renowned internationally as a fashion designer, Toyin has earned her place among the 100 most influential women, standing strong ahead of International Women's Day. 

Despite facing significant physical challenges and navigating her health journey, she exemplifies resilience, continually impressing her fans with stunning creations, which has been confirmed as she is an honoree among La Mode's 100 Most Influential Leading African Women. 

To kick off the countdown, Toyin shared her celebrated chandelier dress, followed by a breathtaking paper bag ball gown. The latter has ignited a wave of nostalgia among her fans, who are in awe of her unparalleled creativity, earning her widespread accolades.

On her Instagram post, Toyin teased her followers with a caption showcasing the paper bag dress: "We are dropping the top 50 Tiannah iconic pieces... Look 2 here goes! The Paper Bag Dress... What was your take on it when you first saw it?"

As a designer, entrepreneur, and reality TV star, Toyin Lawani has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Under her visionary leadership, Tiannah's Place Empire has expanded into a thriving conglomerate comprising 33 businesses, spanning fashion design, beauty services, and hospitality.

Her charismatic personality and business savvy earned her widespread recognition as a cast member on the hit reality TV show The Real Housewives of Lagos, which debuted in 2022.

Reactions pour in for Toyin Lawani's paper bag dress

TheRadar compiled some reactions below:

@sharon_unusual commented: “The first time are saw this in my head I was like how is this possible, getting to know you through your work I think my answer was with @tiannahsplacempire nothing is impossible. You're amazing”

@jodochy commented: “Yet to see who can match your creativity in the country. You think out of the box!”

@ph m_beadhub commented: “I remember this iconic design”

@moclassic_fashion commented: “This is great talent”

@k.peace636 commented: “MASTERPIECE”

@succy_ighalo commented: “Only you can do this.”

@gabby_jhay cimmented: “I was about coming to pick up one for my birthday Any look you cannot Create mama, does not exist!”

@jfunmi commented: “If there's anything more than king of fashion that's what I'll call you you lead others follow”

@mamsdotcomevents commented: “No lies.. king of fashion for a reason”

@decrown_empire commented: “Goddess of fashion”

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